Learn more about kidney donation, including what to expect, information on the kidney donation process, answers to common questions about kidney donation, helpful tips and resources and more.
Most people who become kidney donors do not experience any major complications with the surgery or recovery. It is a very straightforward procedure and one of the safest types of surgery. According to a recent study by the Mayo Clinic, only 2.5% of people who donated a kidney via laparoscopic surgery at the Mayo Clinic …
Becoming a living kidney donor is a wonderful, generous act that can change the life of the donor and the recipient alike. Technically, there is no money involved in living kidney donation: kidney donors do not receive financial compensation for donating a kidney, and there should be no costs associated with donating a kidney. However, …
Most people become kidney donors because they want to help people—money may be the furthest thing from their minds. However, becoming a kidney donor does have some important financial implications. Here’s what you need to know. Can I get paid to donate a kidney? No. It is illegal to sell or purchase an organ in …
If you are a potential living kidney donor or transplant recipient, you may be wondering how your age affects your eligibility. Here’s what you need to know about age limits for kidney donors and transplant recipients. Age Limits for Kidney Donation When it comes to age limits for living kidney donors, a lot depends on …
If you are employed and are considering becoming a living kidney donor, you’ll need to take some time off work. Most kidney donors require between one and four days to recover in the hospital and a few weeks to recover at home. Most people can be back at work within six weeks, but very few …
When you apply to become a living kidney donor, you will need to undergo several tests before you are approved to become a donor. This includes a wide variety of tests to assess your kidney function and overall health. (For more information on the types of tests you will need to undergo as a potential …
Blood type is an important factor in kidney transplantation. The blood types of the kidney donor and the transplant recipient must be compatible to prevent the recipient’s body from rejecting the donated kidney. There are four main blood types: A, B, AB and O. Each blood type is characterized by the presence or absence of …
If you are considering becoming a living kidney donor, you may be wondering what role the sex of the donor and the recipient play in kidney matching. For example, what if a female donor wants to donate a kidney to a male recipient? Is there a difference between male and female kidney size? Usually, the …
The National Kidney Registry’s Voucher Program lets you donate a kidney according to your schedule while providing a voucher for your friend or family member who is in imminent need of a transplant. Here’s how the voucher process works for donors: If you have specific questions about your voucher donation, please contact your transplant team. …
If you are considering becoming a living kidney donor, you may be wondering what role the sex of the donor and the recipient play in kidney matching. For example, what if a male donor wants to donate a kidney to a female recipient? Is there a difference between male and female kidney size? Usually, the …